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TMC114/rtv

Tibotec Pharmaceuticals, Ireland · Phase 3 active Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026

TMC114/rtv is a protease inhibitor Small molecule drug developed by Tibotec Pharmaceuticals, Ireland. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Treatment of HIV-1 infection in treatment-experienced adult patients with evidence of viral replication despite receiving an HIV-1 protease inhibitor-based regimen.

TMC114/rtv is a protease inhibitor used to treat HIV infection.

TMC114, also known as darunavir, is a medication used to treat HIV-1 infection, as well as other conditions such as COVID-19, according to ClinicalTrials.gov. It is often administered in combination with other medications, including ritonavir and etravirine, as seen in various clinical trials listed on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Likelihood of approval
60.3% vs 58.3% industry baseline
If approved by FDA: likely 2028–2030
Steps remaining: NDA/BLA submission
Confidence: High
Why this estimate
  • Baseline phase 3 → approval rate +58.3pp
    Industry-wide phase 3 drugs reach approval ~58.3% of the time (BIO/Informa 2023 industry benchmark across all therapeutic areas).
  • Anti-infectives pathway favourability +2.0pp
    Microbiological endpoints + non-inferiority designs raise approval rates above baseline.
Predicted approval windows by jurisdiction (conditional on FDA approval)
Regulator Country Likely year Lag vs FDA
FDA US 2028–2030
EMA EU 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
MHRA GB 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
Health Canada CA 2029–2032 +0.9 yr
TGA AU 2029–2032 +1.2 yr
PMDA JP 2029–2032 +1.5 yr
NMPA CN 2030–2033 +2.3 yr
MFDS KR 2029–2032 +1.4 yr
CDSCO IN 2029–2033 +1.8 yr
ANVISA BR 2030–2033 +2.3 yr

Hover any row for the lag rationale. Lag estimates are reduced when the drug has FDA Breakthrough or EMA PRIME designation (sponsors file globally in parallel).

Estimate based on the BIO/Informa industry phase transition rates plus per-drug modifiers for therapeutic area, sponsor type, FDA designations, mechanism, and trial design. Per-jurisdiction lags from Tufts CSDD international approval studies. Not investment, clinical or regulatory advice. Methodology: /methodology#likelihood.

At a glance

Generic nameTMC114/rtv
SponsorTibotec Pharmaceuticals, Ireland
Drug classprotease inhibitor
TargetHIV protease
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious disease
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

It works by inhibiting the protease enzyme, which is essential for the replication of the virus. This prevents the virus from producing new viral particles, thereby reducing the viral load in the body.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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SourceUsed for
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

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Frequently asked questions about TMC114/rtv

What is TMC114/rtv?

TMC114/rtv is a protease inhibitor drug developed by Tibotec Pharmaceuticals, Ireland, indicated for Treatment of HIV-1 infection in treatment-experienced adult patients with evidence of viral replication despite receiving an HIV-1 protease inhibitor-based regimen.

How does TMC114/rtv work?

TMC114/rtv is a protease inhibitor used to treat HIV infection.

What is TMC114/rtv used for?

TMC114/rtv is indicated for Treatment of HIV-1 infection in treatment-experienced adult patients with evidence of viral replication despite receiving an HIV-1 protease inhibitor-based regimen.

Who makes TMC114/rtv?

TMC114/rtv is developed by Tibotec Pharmaceuticals, Ireland (see full Tibotec Pharmaceuticals, Ireland pipeline at /company/tibotec-pharmaceuticals-ireland).

What drug class is TMC114/rtv in?

TMC114/rtv belongs to the protease inhibitor class. See all protease inhibitor drugs at /class/protease-inhibitor.

What development phase is TMC114/rtv in?

TMC114/rtv is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of TMC114/rtv?

Common side effects of TMC114/rtv include Nausea, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Headache, Abdominal pain.

What does TMC114/rtv target?

TMC114/rtv targets HIV protease and is a protease inhibitor.

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